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Carport kits have become one of, if not the most popular form of shelter available today for your motor vehicle.

The ever increasing price of cars and vehicles has caused more people than ever to look for ways of protecting their investments.

Car insurance is an essential form of protection for your vehicle, but a good dependable vehicle shelter should definitely be next on the list. Carports are not very expensive, you can pick one up for as little as $200, they come in a range of styles, sizes and materials, and they are a great way to protect and shelter your vehicle. You don’t have to spend tons of money on a premium carport, it doesn’t matter how it looks, only if it works!

Why Choose Metal Carports

Initially a quality carport might seem like a massive investment, but over time, it will save you money on your car expenses. Even small and simple repairs such as a dent or paint chip add up over time. With a good carport kit, you can add some much needed protection from the elements; rain, snow, ice, hail, and even the most harmful element for your car, the sun.

Something that most car owners don’t realise is that one of the most harmful elements to your car is the sun itself! Damage can be caused to both the exterior paint and the inside surfaces of your vehicle by prolonged exposure to the sun and its intense harmful rays. In most cases, you won’t notice this until the damage is already done and it’s too late to do anything to prevent it. E.g. faded paint or dried out interior surfaces are hard to see until it’s already too late. The only solution would be to have the vehicle repainted and the surfaces inside replaced. You can protect your vehicle against these elements with a carport.

Metal carports can be portable, temporary and permanent in design. The lighter the material is, the more portable the carport will be. Most ‘portable carports’ won’t be specific as to exactly how portable they are (i.e. you won’t know if you can transport it with your pickup truck, or if you’re going to need something larger to transport your carport). If portability is essential for you when choosing a carport, then you should consider purchasing a carport canopy. These are usually made up of a vinyl or canvas material that makes the entire car shelter extremely light and portable.

Why Pay More for Steel Carports?

Steel is one of the most durable and sturdy materials available, which makes it the material of choice for most building constructions today. When you are deciding which material to go for on your carport, awning or your garage, you want a shelter that is going to be able to withstand the full fury of Mother Nature.  One benefit of a steel carport over other materials, is that a steel carport will withstand fires, insect and rodent damage.  Damage caused by rodents and insects can often lead to carports of materials other than steel having to be replaced in order to save the structure.

As well as considering the materials to be used in your carport, you also need to have a close look at the quality of the materials and manufacturing involved. Each company has their own technologies and methods, and you need to decide which of these qualities best fits your budget, and the effectiveness that you require. You may have no choice other than to get a steel shelter if you live in an area of extreme weather conditions. Some areas may even have specific regulations and restrictions on what materials you are allowed to use in constructions on your property, so do your research first.

Cheap Aluminium Carport Kits

A simple aluminium carport kit may be all you need in some areas (if you don’t have severe weather for example), these aluminium carport kits are much cheaper than carports of other materials such as steel, because aluminium is the cheapest metal building material on the market today. Aluminium is lightweight and can be moulded easily, so there is no shortage of aluminium carports being produced by carport manufactures.

You can buy aluminium carports in the form of kits, and they are easy to transport and then construct. Even the average homeowner will be able to erect an aluminium carport kit within a couple of hours, with the help of a friend or two. Remember that double carports will be more expensive than the single ones, and if you’re looking for a carport for a large vehicle such as an RV or a truck, then you can expect to pay a considerable amount more. When shopping for an RV carport or truck carport, make sure you know the dimensions of your vehicle, as you will want a shelter that leaves your vehicle with plenty of clearance space on all sides.

DIY Carport (Do It Yourself Carports)

Depending on your DIY skills, you may prefer to build your own carport. You can do this by using either a carport kit, or you if you prefer, you can build the shelter from scratch if you have the skills required to do so. If you do have the skills required, then you will be happy to hear that there are dozens of carport plans available for you to download freely on the internet. You will need to firstly determine the dimensions you want your shelter to be, and which materials you are going to use.

Before starting your DIY carport project, you should contact your local building office with your plans, to make sure you within your rights to build your planned shelter. Some carport kits are designed to be attached to existing buildings, such as the side of your home, while others area made to stand alone, so you have a greater choice in where to place it on your property.

Carport Prices and What’s Included

Most websites you see today offering carports, price them so that the price you see is the price that you actually pay (plus any Tax or VAT). You should keep in mind though that shipping or ‘post and packing’ is normally not included in the quoted price, so be sure to check for that. Again, most companies do not include installation or a warranty in the stated prices either, those cost more, so don’t assume that’s included in the carport price.

As with most things, some carport companies are better than others. Carolina Carports is probably the most renowned in the industry and they distribute their products coast to coast. You can be sure that Carolina Carports follow all the manufacturing guidelines as determined by the government. Carolina Carports also allows you to finance their carports/canopies, so you don’t have to pay the entire sum in one go. Be sure to check online for reviews and consumer reports and testimonials before you take the plunge and buy your carport.